NEW YORK, August 13, 2025 – Counsel Press Inc. (“Counsel Press” or the “Company”), the nation’s largest provider of appellate services and a leader in technology-enabled litigation support, is proud to announce the acquisition of Record Press, Inc. (“Record Press”) and Appellate Innovations LLC (“Appellate Innovations”), two highly regarded providers of appellate printing, filing, and support services.
These strategic acquisitions reinforce Counsel Press’s unwavering commitment to excellence in appellate support, combining the expertise and resources of three industry leaders. With the integration of Record Press and Appellate Innovations, Counsel Press expands its operational scale, broadens its service capabilities, and further solidifies its position as the preeminent provider of comprehensive appellate and legal support services across the United States.
“These acquisitions underscore our dedication to delivering unparalleled appellate services to legal professionals nationwide,” said Scott Thompson, CEO of Counsel Press. “By merging the talent and capabilities of Record Press and Appellate Innovations with those of Counsel Press, we are better equipped than ever to serve our clients and continue setting the industry standard for quality, innovation, and reliability.”
Dean Misser, CEO of Record Press, added:
“Joining forces with Counsel Press is a transformative opportunity for us. Together, we share a deep commitment to quality, exceptional service, and client satisfaction. We are proud to be joining the Counsel Press team, ensuring continuity while leveraging their expertise to expand our services and deliver even greater support to attorneys navigating the complexities of the appellate process.”
Eric Larke, Founder and Managing Member of Appellate Innovations, said:
“Joining Counsel Press enables us to enhance the services we provide and offer more robust solutions to meet our clients’ evolving needs. We’ll be able to invest further in innovation, expand our capabilities, and deliver an even better client experience. Our team, our values, and our commitment to excellence remain unchanged, but now, we’re stronger and more equipped to help our clients succeed in an increasingly complex legal landscape.”
About Counsel Press
Counsel Press is a technology-enabled legal services platform built to streamline litigation across the entire lifecycle of a case. Founded in 1938 and widely recognized as The Appellate Experts®, the Company has evolved into a national, multi-dimensional platform operating across three core business units: appellate services, trial services and service of process. Counsel Press provides end-to-end litigation support, including appellate brief preparation, filing, and service; trial court e-filing and eService; process serving; skip tracing; legal research and writing; and litigation workflow and case management solutions. With a focus on operational precision and technology-driven efficiency, Counsel Press enables litigators to navigate complex legal procedures with greater speed, clarity and confidence. Learn more at counselpress.com.
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